HELLO IN THIS ISSUE: Keep wiggling through winter! Find out about the ingredients that can help keep you active 7 And just like that, we're halfway through 2019! The months are flying by and it's easy to get caught up in work and family commitments without realising time going past. So, it's more important than ever to slow down and check in on your health, making sure you're looking after you. Sunshine for your bones Learn about the building blocks for strong bones 8 Flaxseed, hemp seed or fish oil? Which omega is right for you? Naturopath Sharlene Bennett talks about the benefits of different omegas 9 Your two-minute guide to strengthened immunity Traditional Chinese practice can help keep you healthy but how? 11 12 Five signs of an unhealthy gut Does your gut need some probiotic love? This month we're excited to introduce the new Hormone Testing Kit from Eve on page 16 and 17. This kit is designed to help you identify hormone imbalances so you can find out what's really going on inside your body and start your journey to better health. 14 Not-so-naughty recipes Pumpkin spice protein pancakes Buckwheat cookies 15 Boost fat loss with thermogenic foods Try these tips to boost your metabolism and enhance weight loss 17 What are hormone imbalances? Did you know that essential oils can support not only the quality of your sleep, but they can kill nasty germs in your home and help you and your colleagues concentrate in the office too? Find out more on page 23. Learn about hormones and how they can impact your overall health 18 Support growing kids naturally with spirulina Top up the nutrition of picky eaters with this rich superfood Dance your way to better health Find out how salsa or a waltz can help your health in more ways than one 19 Plus, on page 14 you'll find two delicious recipes from Balance and Natava Superoods worth a go. 20 Look after your little ones Keeping your kids healthy is now a lot easier! 21 Breathe easy this winter Support your lungs this winter with this soothing tonic Until next month, The Health 2000 team 10 powerful benefits of essential oils From sleep to hygiene, find out all the ways essential oils can benefit you 23 [email protected] 26 A dynamic duo for winter wellness Vitamin C and zinc really are a power couple when it comes to immunity 27 Your go-to products for health and wellbeing Learn about HealthZone's four new, unique products CHANGE UP YOUR STYLE NATURALLY! 28 Protection from the dreaded ills and chills CAON NEW Ultra-immune defence to help you through winter 4.0 29 Better building blocks for a healthy immune system Try the vitamin C that stays in your body for up to 24 hours! 31 Find a store The Aromaganic hair colour range makes colouring your hair at home 100% NO PPD Get healthy support from cranberry aromaganic even easier! PERMANENT COLOUR STYLE Aromaganic provides PPD, ammonia-free and resorcinol- free hair colours For high-strength, one-a-day urinary tract and bladder support, choose Nutra-Life Cranberry 50,000. It is made using Cran-Max an extensively-researched cranberry extract. Each capsule provides the equivalent of 50g of fresh cranberries. When taken regularly Nutra-Life Cranberry 50,000 may help to support a healthy bladder and urinary tract. For $24.90 NUTRALIFE for professional, permanent coloured hair with excellent full-grey coverage. Aromaganic is gentle on the hair and is suitable for most hair types. Cranberry 50,000 KADDER SUPPORT CanMay 50s for $36.90 Vitaco Health (NZ) Limited, Auckland. 3 JULY 2019 HEALTH 2000 Always read the label and take as directed. If symptoms persist, consult your healthcare professional.